A hands-on camp experience is one of the best ways to get into the watersports world if you’re not already familiar or improve your skills if you’re looking to get to the next level.

The friendly, like-minded coaches and staff will ensure you and your family have an amazing experience making memories that will last a lifetime.

For first-time or beginner riders, a coach you meet at a local lake or a full-on camp experience is one of the best ways to progress. For seasoned riders, nailing down that next trick can become reality a lot faster than you think, but it happens faster with the right coaching.

With that in mind, here’s a list of Axis-approved camps and schools around the country that will have you upping your watersports game this summer. And the best part is that they all use Axis boats, so you can continue learning on the most consistent, perfectly-shaped wakes and waves on the market.KIRBY'S SCHOOL OF WAKE

Locations: Lake of the Ozarks, MO, and Fort Myers, FL

Website: kirbysschoolofwake.com

Phone: 573-694-0640 (MO), 573-694-0640 (FL)

Sports: Wakeboarding, wakesurfing

So there you have it: A quick guide to the Axis camps and schools around the country. With many of these pros offering traveling coaching, you can even have them travel to your hometown for personalized lessons on your lake. Don’t hesitate to give them a ring or stop by their website to level up your skills and find more ways to enjoy your Axis.